Several months ago my office coordinated a special meeting of the Public Safety Committee to discuss the safety of the Rancho LPG facility and similar petroleum storage and refinery facilities in my district. I wanted to address community concerns about the perceived level of danger about having so many petroleum facilities in close proximity to our homes, neighbors, and families.

It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since I stood with my family, raised my right hand, and took the oath of office, being sworn in as the new councilman for the 15th District. It has been challenging, rewarding, exhausting, frustrating, and incredibly fun all at the same time. Just like a roller coaster, there have been ups and downs, but there is no question, this has been the ride of my life. Not a day goes by where I do not reflect on how…

Many of you may have seen the large black plume of smoke coming out of the Harbor Area today. The source was the Phillips 66 refinery in Wilmington where a non-emergency flaring operation was conducted following a loss of power to the plant. The LAFD said no response was required from…

It was my pleasure, representing the City of Los Angeles, to participate in the many amazing Fourth of July events in San Pedro. From the 26th annual flag raising at the Villa family home on 18th St. in San Pedro to the annual Korean Friendship Bell ringing to the commissioning of the Iowa and lastly the fireworks at Cabrillo Beach it was an epic day for me personally. For the past six years on the fourth, I worked the streets as an LAPD officer keeping the community safe from illegal…

On Monday, June 18, 2012, City Engineer Gary Lee Moore, and geotechnical experts from the consulting firm Shannon & Wilson presented the findings contained in an 800-page report on the White Point Landslide – the November 20th 2011 geologic event that destroyed a…

Almost everyday someone approaches me and says "Joe please do something about Port O' Call." I want everyone to know that the redevelopment of the LA Waterfront is my highest priority and that the Request For Proposals is going out soon. We have already started showing and promoting the property to major developers. We will make the LA Waterfront a major attraction in Southern California.…

After many years of patching a piece of street with asphalt, the City of Los Angeles' Street Services put in a concrete patch in front of the Target store in San Pedro where underground water came up creating massive potholes and water puddles. We are hoping that this will now be a permanent fix.…

I had the pleasure of competing in Dance Champs II on Sunday April 15, 2012 at the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro. It was a benefit for the Assistance League. Competitors include my partner Clarita Bassett, Michael Brophy and Cindy Bradley, Jan Kain and Lou Mardesich, Kathleen Mastin and Frank Sterling, Diane Lopez and Frank…

Construction workers found a large granite block with "City Hall 1907" written on it at a North Gaffey residential development. According Anne Hansford of the San Pedro Bay Historical Society, the date is consistent with the original San Pedro City Hall which was built in 1907. "Its been buried for over 100 years and I'm amazed in what good condition most of it is."…

"MARCH 5 FIRST THURSDAY ARTWALK– FREE ONE-HOUR GUIDED GALLERY TOUR AT 6:30PM This walking tour highlights the diverse talents of artists in open studios and galleries throughout the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District.
The tour begins at the San…"

To find out where you vote, click here -https://www.lavote.net/locator/ - and put in your address. If you want your elected representative to care about your concerns and the issues in your community, you need to vote. Five percent of eligible voters decide the election and the areas they represent get more attention. Your vote helps those who are working to improve the community because it shows the people care.So for you and for…See More

To find out where you vote, click here -https://www.lavote.net/locator/ - and put in your address. If you want your elected representative to care about your concerns and the issues in your community, you need to vote. Five percent of eligible voters decide the election and the areas they represent get more attention. Your vote helps those who are working to improve the community because it shows the people care.So for you and for…See More

For Immediate Release Contact: Bonnie Barchichat 714.914.2565 O’ LUCKY YOU! Celebrating the Irish In Us ALL Bonnie Barchichat’s Senior Comedy Afternoons will be having it’s next show called “O’ Lucky You”. It’s a show with an Irish twist in honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day on Sunday, March…See More

Thu, Mar 12, 19, 26 Apr 2 @ 8pm; Sun, Mar 15* & 22 @ 2pm ; Wed, Mar 25 & Apr 1 @ 8pmNothing is off limits after the death of a friend in this golf course comedy.It’s the day after a friend’s wake. Three women gather for a round of golf in honor of their recently departed fourth. On the tee they are joined by her old friend – a stranger to the three. During the next 18 holes, secrets, surprises, and confessions unravel as the women discuss life, love, men, sex, children and careers in…See More

Seaside Studios San Pedro presents a Glass Art Workshop with renowned artist Paula Radke. Ms Radke has had featured workshops and specialty beads at many national bead shows for over 10+years and has been a featured artist for Michael's Craft Stores. She will be at Seaside Studios to teach her self-developed techniques using glass clay.Fee is $100 which includes all materials and lunch and beverages.Reservations can be made online at…See More

This Valentine's Day our local BodyRocc Crossfit Gym located at 167 N. Bandini St, San Pedro, CA will be hosting the "Snatches for Surgery" fundraising event for one very special little girl, Olivia Valente, who is a fighter against Hypo Plastic Left Heart Syndrome. Please click on the link below to read her story and donate to a great cause. Thank you for your time…See More